Jenna Logan Poet Free verse

The Bitter Taste of Resentment

Resentment is a negative emotion
that casts aspersion upon others
when perhaps the fault really lies
in the depths of our own being.

Deceiving ourselves is a flaw,
one of our human imperfections,
while expecting too much of others.
Resentment leaves such a bitter taste.

Rancor inflames both heart and soul,
so, keep your ire under control.

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Christopher Flaherty March 12, 2023 at 1:27 PM Here , Here Smacks of a total lack of self awareness Some people are never could never possibly be wrong even when they are proven to quite clearly be but will also never admit defeat or back down All of which is in their own heads of course And that's good enough for them Christopher Flaherty March 12, 2023 at 1:49 PM Dropped when babies perhaps because their face resembles a smacked rear-glass Jenna Logan March 12, 2023 at 1:31 PM All you say true. and no amount of persuasion will convince them of anything other than what they believe or try to get others to believe is the truth. Must be that alternate reality we've heard of. lol They should be smacked!

Regina Mcintosh February 12, 2023 at 2:11 PM Dark and dreary, like a cloudy morning... erase the darkness, know the gentleness of peace and promise, electrifying joy. Love this, Jenna. God bless you always. Love, Gina Jenna Logan March 12, 2023 at 1:30 PM Thanks, Gina.

Tom Cunningham February 9, 2023 at 5:41 AM Sound advice Jenna that everyone especially a few on here should take on board. Nearly missed this gem. Tom Jenna Logan February 9, 2023 at 5:44 AM I read you, Tom. Thanks.

Paula Goldsmith February 8, 2023 at 12:54 PM A creative write. Resentment and jealousy are best friends. Tooooo bad people join in on their friendship. Have a blessed day..................... Jenna Logan February 9, 2023 at 5:43 AM Yes, Paula, and two friends that no one should get involved with. Thanks.

Mike Gentile February 8, 2023 at 11:43 AM Connection to jealousy, I often think roots resentment, I try to be happy for others and even if I'm envious, I try to use it as motivation to work harder! Great thoughts Jenna! Happy Wednesday xxoo Jenna Logan February 9, 2023 at 5:43 AM Hi Mike, and thank you for reading me. Your comments are always kind.

Deb M February 8, 2023 at 7:40 AM Resentment eats away at your soul….not healthy…..Great poem Jenna! Debx Deb M February 8, 2023 at 9:36 AM Hope alls well Jenna….Debx Jenna Logan February 8, 2023 at 9:04 AM You're right, Deb. Thanks for leaving me your thoughts.

David Kavanagh February 8, 2023 at 2:11 AM Resentment can indeed leave a bitter aftertaste, leaving some to stew in their own hate, love is supposed to conquer all, but only if it’s capable of being perceived and felt, nice message and poem, cheers David Jenna Logan February 8, 2023 at 9:03 AM Sometimes love only brings us into battle. Thanks for your loyalty in reading me, David.

Arlo Parker February 7, 2023 at 9:11 PM Love God; Love one another. Keep the rudder on course. The entirety of the Milton experience of late seems to have a profound effect on Miss JL. ~;o\ Arlo Parker February 8, 2023 at 9:37 PM ~;o) Jenna Logan February 8, 2023 at 9:03 AM Thanks, AP. I miss him terribly, but my jailing has had no influence in life. Just a wave that I had to swim over, with lots of help from my friends, such as you.

John Lawless February 7, 2023 at 4:46 PM Hey Jenna, you could have named this "Ire under Fire".....nicely done Jenna Logan February 7, 2023 at 4:59 PM That's pretty catchy, John. Thanks.

J. Summers February 7, 2023 at 4:10 PM Nice work Jenna. Well thought out and some good word choices. Good advice. John Jenna Logan February 7, 2023 at 4:59 PM Thanks very much, J.